Groovebox for Techno and House. 10-track drum machine with 16 drum kits inspired by 808 and 909. 4-track, 16-bit sampler. Analog-modeling bass synthesizer. 4-pole low-pass filter with resonance. Advanced 11-track sequencer, 64 steps and 128 patterns. 5 master effects and 3 types of reverbs. 27 buttons keyboard with hold function. Stereo mini jack external audio input. Built-in speakers. Power supply or batteries (PSU and batteries are not included).
deconstruct MINIMAL är en kraftfull groovebox för Techno och House inspirerad av de klassiska 808- och 909-trummaskinernas organiska känsla och sväng. Med en 10-spårs trummaskin, avancerad sequencer, sampler och en nyutvecklad bassynth skapas levande rytmer och djupa grooves med enkelhet. Lägg till loopar, samples och performance-effekter i realtid för att bygga dynamiska beats och elektroniska produktioner med unik karaktär.
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Legendary Groove DNA
The legendary 808 and 909 drum machines laid the foundation for techno and house music. These historic machines produced their distinctive groove through subtle fluctuations and quirks originating from their sequencers and sound-generation circuits. The 808 exhibits timing fluctuations, along with subtle variations in the response and pitch of its analog sound engine. The 909, while maintaining tight timing, exhibits subtle variations in velocity and other VCA-driven characteristics. We analyzed these fluctuations and variations, then reconstructed them as a system of complex modulations operating throughout the sequencer and sound engine. By applying different forms of randomization to individual tracks and sounds, we create a distinctive groove that cannot be achieved through simple swing or groove quantization. Lose yourself in the profound groove shaped by mesmerizing repetition and gradual transformation.
Deep 10-Track Drum Machine
deconstruct MINIMAL is driven by its 10-track drum machine, offering intuitive and flexible editing for both sound and groove. Per-track accents/de-accents, random velocity, swing, sub-steps, and parameter locks that capture knob movements combine to create deep, intricately layered grooves that feel alive.
Sonic Expansion Sampler
deconstruct MINIMAL’s drum machine features a dedicated loop sampler on track 10, with tracks 7–9 also functioning as three sampler tracks. Load one-shot samples or capture loops and phrases, then weave them directly into your rhythm. Track 10 is a dedicated stereo loop track supporting up to 8 seconds — ideal for 4-bar phrase loops or atmospheric textures that add new layers and depth to your tracks.
Elastic Bass Synth
deconstruct MINIMAL introduces a newly developed analog-modeling bass synth inspired by the distinctive character of a classic bass synthesizer With additional waveforms, a sub-bass and dedicated overdrive, plus real-time control over glide (slide) time and curve, decay curve, and gate time, it offers extensive shaping possibilities. From foundational bass sounds that anchor the bottom of a track to synth leads and phrases, it generates the key sounds that drive the groove.
Live-Boosting Effects
deconstruct MINIMAL packs a wide range of effects, including Reverb and Tape-echo–type Delay with per-track send control. The drum-track–dedicated Isolator at the top enables everything from bold low-end boosts and cuts to precise tonal shaping, giving you immediate control over the sound. To its right is a master effect control designed for fast one-handed operation and high-impact live performance — DJ-style Sweep Filter, Phaser, Distortion, Snip Loop, and Ducking Comp.
FEATURES
Drum Machine
- Recreates the distinctive groove of legendary drum machines, shaped by subtle rhythmic and pitch drift
- 9 tracks
- 16 drum kits
- Instruments: 10 banks - 130 sounds
- Sample-based engine with dedicated edit parameters for each bank
- BD1 and SD each feature dedicated synthesis engines
- HH recreates the characteristic sound variations of analog drum machines
- Diverse groove edits: Accent, random velocity, swing, sub-steps, etc. can be set per track
- Supports real-time recording via pads, alongside fast step input
- Equipped with an isolator for bold boosts/cuts and delicate tonal adjustment
Sampler
- Supports sample import/export and sampling via LINE IN or USB
- 4 tracks: sample selection on drum machine tracks 7–9, plus dedicated loop track 10
- Preset samples: 3 banks - 48 sounds
(Track 7-9)
- S2 bank: 32 slots (2-second mono samples)
- S4 bank: 16 slots (4-second mono samples)
- 48kHz / 16-bit linear PCM mono sampling
- Equipped with Repitch To Tempo to make samples follow the tempo
(Track 10)
- S8 bank: 12 slots (8-second stereo samples)
- 48kHz / 16-bit linear PCM stereo sampling
- Switchable loop / one-shot playback with crossfade setting
- Equipped with Time Stretch to match tempo or pitch without changing sample length
- During loop playback, 1–4 second crossfades and retrigger position can be set
Bass Synthesizer
- Newly developed analog-modeling engine based on the classic bass synthesizer
- 1 track
- 4 modeled waveforms + alternate synth mode
- Models an acid-style ladder filter
(Oscillators)
- SAW
- SQUARE
- TRIANGLE
- RECTANGLE
- Sine-wave sub oscillator for low-end reinforcement (range: -2, -1, UNISON; filter/send bypass)
- S01 mode: adjustable blend between SAW and SQUARE, with a rectangle-wave sub oscillator
(Filter)
- 4-pole low-pass filter with resonance
- Envelope amount
(Envelope generator)
- Decay (linked to the amp envelope in S01 mode)
- Decay curve adjustment
(Voice mode)
- Monophonic
- Step-input glide, with adjustable glide time and curve
- Filter-linked accent
- Adjustable gate time
- Built-in overdrive effect
Sequencer
- 11 tracks
- 16 steps x 4 variations (up to 64 steps by chaining A, B, C, and D)
- 128 patterns
- Step length: 1–16, Note length: 1/1 to 1/32 (can be set per track)
- Real-time & step recording
- Diverse mute functions and solo mode
- Insert-fill playback of variations
- Variation copy & paste
- Phrase rotation for shifting patterns and phrases
- Parameter Lock to record knob movements per step
- Pattern chain function
- Pattern BPM / Global BPM settings are available
- Transpose function
Effects
- 5 types of performance-oriented master effects
- Sweep Filter
- Phaser
- Distortion
- Snip Loop
- Ducking Compressor
- 3 types of send reverb
- Room
- Hall
- Plate
- Tape-echo style send delay with BPM sync and ping-pong
MIDI
- Notes, Control Change, and Clock input/output